Allocation

The process of giving people the organs they need.

Allograft

An allograft is a transplant of an organ or tissue between two genetically non-identical members of the same species. Most human tissue and organ transplants are allografts.

Blood Vessels

Blood vessels are a network of tubular structures that transport blood throughout the body. They play a crucial role in the circulatory system, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues and removing waste products

Brain Death

death that occurs when the brain permanently cease

Circulatory Death

the irreversible cessation of all circulatory and respiratory functions, which can lead to organ donation after death

Connective Tissue

tissue in the body that connects the body together

Cross-Matching

a lab test to see if the blood/organ donor is a match

Deceased Donor

a dead person that is a registered organ donor

Donation

the process of giving away

Donor Registry

a process stating that you agree to donate your organs after death

Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA)

proteins of the surface

Immunosuppressive Drugs

medications that weaken the immune system and shut it down

Living Donor

someone who donates organs of part of their organs while their living

National Organ Transplant Act (NOTA)

a national system of destributing organs

Organ Donation

the act of donating your organs to those in need

Organ Preservation

the act of preserving organs to keep them in an idle state for donation

Organ Procurement

Organ Procurement

Organ Viability

Organ viability refers to the time an organ remains functional and suitable for transplantation after being removed from a donor's body, with different organs having varying timeframes.

Recipient

the person receiving the organ

Rejection

the act of refusing something

Tendons

body parts that stretch and hold the body together

Tissue

protects the body such as skin

Transplant Center

an area where organs are harvested

Waiting List

a list stating the order on who gets which organ in what order